Ranking of the best dwarf cat breeds for 2022

Cats deserve the title of the most popular pets by right. The sectioners worked hard and brought out a lot of outlandish breeds. Today you can meet both real giants and miniature crumbs, which, despite their advanced age, can look like kittens. At the same time, miniature cats are distinguished not only by weight and size, but also by a very eccentric appearance. Even ardent opponents of apartment breeding admit that these cute creatures have grace and charm. Such four-legged neighbors do not take up much space in the house and allow breeders to save on feed. The rating of miniature cats with photos and descriptions is submitted to the judgment of site visitors. The list includes representatives with an average body weight of not more than 3.8 kilograms. Depending on the price, it is divided into 3 main subgroups.

The Guinness Book of Records included a cat named Fizz Girl from a dwarf Munchkin breed. She is 6 inches (15.24 cm) tall and weighs 2 kg. The cat lives in the state of California (USA).

Inexpensive dwarf cats

Cats are the closest companions of people, they live in the neighborhood with them all their lives. Kittens cause affection, but they grow up very quickly, so miniature breeds were bred that can delight their owners with their beautiful appearance throughout their lives. Not everyone can afford to shell out a large sum for the purchase of a pet. Inexpensive specimens can be considered cat breeds, the price of which does not exceed 50 thousand rubles.

Napoleon

This species is obtained by crossing the Persian breed and Munchkins. The result of the work of breeders was a short-legged fluffy baby. The average body weight of an animal lies in the range from 2.3 to 3.8 kilograms.

The color and pattern of the coat of Napoleons is different, there is, for example, color-point coloring. The species is considered shorthaired, but there are varieties:

• long-haired;
• semi-longhair;
• shorthair or plush.

Representatives of the breed are distinguished by playfulness and affectionate disposition. Animals are very curious, they go well with people. They are trusting and do not show aggression at all, they are not afraid to walk into the arms of even strangers, so they should not be let out for a walk alone. Cats cannot defend themselves, they always need the protection of the owner. The price ranges from 30,000 to 50,000 rubles.

• contact;
• calm;
• learners;
• have a chic appearance;
• there are various colors.

• complexity of care;
• can't stand being alone.

Bambino

The name comes from bambino, which means child in Italian.A hairless, short-legged species originally from the USA, Canadian sphinxes and short-legged munchkins were taken as the basis for selection. These living toys weigh from 2.2 to 3.5 kg. The variety is quite rare, one might say exotic, but recognized by the Association of Dwarf Breeds. Bambinos are also called "gnome cats", they are very thermophilic, the owners will have to provide a sufficiently high temperature in the room. Bald animals experience discomfort already at +20. Sometimes pets try to snuggle up to heating radiators, which can cause burns. In the cold season, walking with animals is recommended in calm and dry weather. The cost is from 25,000 to 50,000 rubles.

• hypoallergenicity;
• sociability;
• sociability in communication;
• lack of molting;
• cleanliness.

• exactingness to the conditions of detention;
• sometimes there is no ability to make contact.

kinkalow

This species is descended from American Curls and Munchkins. Only a few dozen cats can be counted around the world. They are distinguished by funny curved ears and short legs. In Russia, kinkalow is bred in one of the Moscow nurseries. The weight of cats is from 2.2 to 3.1 kg, cats weigh from 1.3 to 2.2 kilograms. Cost: from 35 to 50 thousand rubles.

Babies need a lot of attention and care. Animals quickly adapt to the environment, they can be taken with you on the road, going on a trip. Kinkalow is not allowed to be left alone, in a deserted apartment they get bored and can become depressed.

• beautiful appearance;;
• thick coat;
• strong skeleton and muscles;
• playfulness.

• there are genetic problems.

Abyssinian cat

Abyssinian cats appeared over 100 years ago, but they are still popular today.The breed has parallel branches in America and Europe, for some time there was a division of Abyssinians into 2 types: European and American. Currently there is a single standard.

Cats have a toned appearance due to their muscularity. Slender limbs, an elongated tail, refined lines and a rare color (only 4 shades) - these are all Abyssinians. Pets are easily trained, they are distinguished by intelligence, cleanliness, natural curiosity. The owners need to take into account the activity of the animal and its love for heights: this feature requires the construction of special play complexes, these can be houses to the ceiling or artificial trees.

• gracefulness;
• sports posture;
• good temper;
• acceptable price.

• do not tolerate loneliness.

Balinese

The Balinese are also referred to differently as "long-haired Siamese". Main differences: muzzle in the form of a wedge, fluffy tail, coat color - color-point. The animal weighs from 2 - 4.5 kg. Cats are very devoted to their owners, loneliness is a burden for them. Walking is recommended on a leash or harness, which pets quickly get used to. The price is 15-20 thousand rubles.

• fluffy;
• acceptable price.

• can't stand being alone.

Average price range

The trend for breeding mini-cats arose not very long ago. This fashion began with unusually beautiful munchkins, they won the love of millions of fans around the world. Affectionate character, sweet face liked the breeders. Breeders took note of the huge demand, and developed many new breeds with short legs, but they were originally based on the Munchkin.

munchkin

Analogues of munchkins among dogs are dachshunds. Short-legged dwarfs appeared in the middle of the twentieth century due to a natural mutation.Perfectly healthy cats had unusually short legs and first appeared in the US and UK. The name of the breed comes from the name of a small nation in the Magic Land of Oz, the author of the work was Frank Baum. The weight of males ranges from 2.7 to 4 kg, and adult females - from 1.8 to 3.6 kg. The smallest representative of the Munchkin breed was recognized as a cat that bore the nickname Lilliput. Height at the withers was only 13.34 centimeters. The copy is listed in the Guinness Book of Records.

Signs of the breed: elongated body, short legs, blue eyes. Wool is both long and short. Coloring is the most diverse, the most popular are color-point, Siamese and minks. Animals are distinguished by playfulness, friendliness, craving for company. Patient disposition allows you to get along with the elderly and children. Munchkins are characterized by the "magpie syndrome", they have a desire to steal and hide everything that is out of place. Owners should look after their belongings and put all necessary items away from the Munchkins. They also have extraordinary intelligence and curiosity. If a kitten is interested in any object, he will understand the details with enviable persistence. For a representative of this breed, the breeder will have to pay from 25,000 to 80,000 rubles.

• shedding resistance;
• ease of care;
• playfulness and affectionate character;
• strong immunity;
• unpretentiousness in food.

• propensity for obesity.

singapore cat

The Singapura belongs to the short-haired breeds, its homeland is Singapore. As a basis, breeders took stray cats that lived on the streets of the city. Around the 70s of the last century, the breed was brought to America, and by the mid-80s, some specimens came to Europe. Adult females weigh about 2 kg, cats - from 2 to 3 kg.

The popularity of Singaporeans is growing from year to year. Their nature is sociable and affectionate, they quickly win the hearts of pet lovers. Appearance often resembles frightened ferrets, but despite this, their charm touches. The unique golden-cream color is called sepia agouti, it occurs only in representatives of this breed. Cats are active and playful, at the same time they are not obsessive, there is no aggression in behavior. Animals quickly get used to the owners and other inhabitants of the hearth. They can't stand being alone. Owners should not leave their pets at home alone for long periods of time. Simple care comes down to periodic combing of wool and trimming of claws. Price - from 60 to 120 thousand rubles.

• cleanliness;
• affectionate and calm;
• beautiful;
• companionable;
• learners;
• do not require special care;
• almost do not shed.

• no.

Skif tai don

Another name is the skiff-toy-bean. It is considered the smallest breed. Adult animals can weigh from 0.9 to 2.5 kilograms, which corresponds to the weight of a three-month-old kitten of ordinary cats. Individuals have a short, strong body and well-developed muscles. The tail, from 3 to 7 centimeters long, has a straight or slightly rounded shape in the form of a spiral. The front legs are shorter than the hind legs.

The history of this variety is remarkable. In 1983, Elena Krasnichenko bred Thai bobtails, she picked up a Thai cat of the old Siamese type on the street of the city of Rostov-on-Don. The foundling was nicknamed Mishka. The animal had 4 creases on the tail. In 1985, a breeder purchased a Thai cat named Seema with a short curly tail that did not fit the standards.A year later, the couple had kittens, one cub was quite unusual, it was distinguished by a short tail and was miniature. The kitten was named Kutsy, and a new breed went from him. The skiff tai don standard was approved in 1994. This happened at the seminar of WCF felinologists from Russia and the CIS. Initially, this breed was called the Scythian-tai-toy-don. "Scythian" - the place of appearance (the lands were once inhabited by the Scythians, because of the external resemblance to the Thai cat, the particle "tai" appears in the name, "toy" - from English (toy) - a toy, "don" - a river on which stands Rostov (the birthplace of this species of dwarf cats).

Appearance is similar to 4-5 month old kittens. Coat color, eye color and character are reminiscent of Thai cats. Miniature cats inherited a short tail from Japanese bobtails. Weight: 0.9 - 2.0 kg. Price - from 70 - 90 thousand.

Owners love their playful nature. Cats love children. It is desirable to provide animals with special toys so that the pets have fun in the absence of the owners. Otherwise, active kids will play with some things and may ruin them. Features: cats do not tend to mark territory at all, and cats are very playful. Toy beans can be trained: for example, it is easy to teach a kitten to fetch a mouse or perform another simple command. Sometimes from kittens you can hear sounds resembling dog barking. Adult animals do not make much noise and are usually silent, occasionally they can give signs of presence.

• strong skeleton and powerful muscles;
• thick coat;
• beautiful appearance;
• ease in training.

• high price;
• capricious character.

Expensive dwarf breeds

For lovers of the exotic, breeders have bred some amazing breeds.The collection contains several options. Sometimes a high price does not stop breeders. If opportunities allow, the desire to surprise acquaintances and make an interesting friend wins.

dwelf

The progenitors of the Dwelfs were the Canadian Sphynx, the American Curl and the Munchkin.. These hairless animals weigh from 1.8 to 3 kg. The experimentally bred breed is distinguished by its miniature size and unique exterior.

Cats are very sociable, they require the attention of the owner and constant care. Pets do not like loneliness and suffer when separated from the owner. The average price is from 140 to 180 thousand rubles.

Minskin

Hairless miniature specimens bred by US breeders. The progenitors are Munchkins and Canadian Sphynxes, Burmese cats and Devon Rex. The average height is only 19 cm, they weigh from 1.8 to 2.8 kilograms.

Long tail, short front legs, partial or complete absence of hair are the characteristic features of the species. Cats have a lot of energy. They are mobile, at the same time very affectionate to the owners and people around them, trusting.

 

• hypoallergenic;
• sociable;
• not subject to molting;
• cleanliness.

• thermophilic;
• are not sold in Russia.

Lambkin

Lambkin or lamkin translated from English means lamb. The variety appeared in the mid-eighties of the last century in the United States by breeding Munchkins and Selkirk Rex. Cats can have curly coats of any color. Features: beautiful round eyes, wedge-shaped head, long fluffy tail with a rounded tip. The average weight is from 1.8 to 3.5 kg. Animals require regular exercise as they are very energetic. They are distinguished by good obedience. They don't tend to mess around.Friendly and good-natured animals show interest in everything around them. Pets get along well with dogs and other animals, thanks to their gentle and patient nature. Care comes down to regular combing and trimming nails as they grow back.

• learnability;
• exoticism;
• beautiful appearance;
• sociability;
• unpretentiousness in food.

• high price;
• complexity of grooming
• weak skeleton.

Skookum

Amazing cats are bred as a result of crossing Munchkins and LaPerms. From the ancestors, the resulting species inherited short legs and curly hair. Sometimes they are called "cat's lamb". The symbiosis of the two breeds gave an excellent result. It turned out interesting specimens with long and wavy hair. The average body weight of cats ranges from 2.2 to 4 kg, females weigh from 1.8 to 3.6 kg.

Skookums are quite rare breeds. Short, but strong enough paws allow you to lead an active lifestyle. The displayed view is experimental. Cats have almost no health problems. Character traits: irrepressible energy, courage and sociability. Minus care: luxurious wool requires careful combing. For a more presentable look, you have to turn to grooming salons for help. Keeping such royalty is an expensive pleasure. The breed is not bred in Russian catteries, kittens can be ordered from foreign catteries, the price is $ 2,000 and more.

• have a chic appearance;
• sociable, get along with children;
• not whimsical;
• fearless.

• high price;
• are not sold in Russia.

A miniature breed cat is a suitable solution for a small apartment size. When choosing a pet, you should study the features of the temper and subtleties of care.